Work location: Ho Chi Minh
Salary:
Industry: Restaurant / Hotel
Deadline to apply:
Level: Manager
Experience:
This is a recruitment opportunity for the first Wedding Hall in Vietnam launched by UMOMENT — Korea’s No.1 wedding group known for Apelgamo and The Chapel at Cheongdam. WEDDINGBOOK is supporting UMOMENT as a recruitment partner for this position.
Set to open in 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City, the venue is envisioned as Vietnam’s first-ever 5-star wedding hall, redefining the standard for wedding and banquet services in Southeast Asia. At the heart of this vision is a premium culinary experience that matches the elegance of the space itself.
We are looking for a Vietnamese Head Chef to lead the kitchen from day one — someone who brings not only culinary expertise and leadership, but also the passion to create unforgettable dining moments for couples and guests alike. This is a rare opportunity to take on a founding role in a landmark project that blends fine dining, hospitality, and high-end wedding culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the entire kitchen operations for the wedding and banquet halls
- Develop and propose tailored menus for weddings and private events
- Create seasonal and event-specific menus and continuously optimize operations
- Upgrade menus based on culinary trends and customer feedback
- Manage and lead the kitchen team, including local staff
- Monitor food cost and quality, ensure hygiene and safety compliance
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in large-scale kitchen operations (e.g., hotels, high-end restaurants, convention centers)
- Strong leadership experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Team Leader
- Hands-on experience in pre-opening projects — including kitchen setup, workflow design, and SOP development — is highly preferred
- Candidates who are not yet at Head Chef level but have played a key role in pre-opening phases may still be considered
- Language: Proficiency in English or Korean is a strong advantage
Preferred Qualifications
- Culinary license holder (Korean, Western, Japanese cuisine, etc.)
- Certified in food hygiene and safety management
- Experience working abroad and understanding of local cultures
- Background in global brands or high-end banquets
- Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field
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